Screen Printing

Rotary Screen Print

Rotary Screen Printing is achieved by forcing ink through a fine mesh screen with a squeegee onto the product and is ideal for cylindrical objects.
AdScreen Printed Drink Bottlesvantages
  • Large print areas are possible on cylindrical products.
  • Close PMS matches are possible on white or light-coloured products.
  • Most screen print inks are quick drying and can be shipped immediately after printing.
  • Metallic gold and silver colours are available.
  • Many products can print five colours (including white) with tight multi-colour registration.
  • Halftones can be achieved on certain products.
Limitations
  • Close PMS matches are more difficult on darker products and will only be approximate. In some instances, a white base will create a better print.
  • Unable to print variable data.
  • Each colour requires its own setup charge.
Artwork Requirements
  • Artwork must be supplied in editable vector format.
  • Fonts are advised to be converted to outlines/objects to avoid font conflicts.

Flatbed Screen Print

Flatbed Screen Printing is achieved by forcing ink through a fine mesh screen with a squeegee onto the product and is ideal for branding flat objects.
Flatbed Screen Printed Tote Bag
Advantages
  • Large print areas are possible on flat products.
  • Close PMS matches are possible on white or light-coloured products.
  • Most screen print inks dry quickly and can be shipped immediately after printing.
  • Fluorescent, metallic gold and silver inks are available.
  • Many products can print with tight multi-colour registration, with some products able to be printed using up to six colours.
  • Halftones are achievable on some products.
Limitations
  • Close PMS matches are more difficult on darker products and will only be approximate. In some instances, a white base will create a better print.
  • Unable to print variable data.
  • Each colour requires its own setup charge.
Artwork Requirements
  • Artwork must be supplied in editable vector format.
  • Fonts are advised to be converted to outlines/objects to avoid font conflicts.